Baby Sling Parents – Definitive Guide To Baby Carriers

BABYBJ RN Bib for Baby Carrier 2 Pack White

The BabyBjorn Bib for Baby Carrier protects the upper part of your baby carrier so that you don’t have to wash the whole baby carrier as often. The bib has a soft and waterproof terry-cloth surface that breathes and feels gentle against baby’s mouth and cheeks.

It is machine-washable and approved in accordance with Oeko-Text Standard 100, class 1. The Baby Bjorn Bib for Baby Carrier is an excellent accessory, compatible with all our baby carriers.

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star black bits falling off
this product has got black bits of towel/terry falling off right out of its packaging. i had to be picking up all the bits.. everywhere. on the carrier and even on my baby too.

I wonder if it only happens for black?

2 Stars You dont need these
I rarely used these you can just wash the baby bjorn when it is dirty and dont really need to spend your money on these.

1 Star waste of money….
my kid loves to suck on the bjorn. I guess alot of kids do and that’s why baby bjorn made this bib and decided to charge $8 a piece for a terry cloth. Their marketing team must be pretty smart since they figured out there will be parents willing to spend that money to decorate their baby carrier…

So it’s a thin piece of terry cloth, just as thin as the cheapest burp cloths you can buy in bulk. The reason we bought these is because we’re doting first time parents who spend money on the top of the line baby items (orbit baby, etc…)and as a dad who is wrapped around the pinky of my daughter I thought a pink bib would be cute. We also bought the bibs since she sucks on the bjorn and we did try putting a burp rag between her and the bjorn, only to have it fall out. Well, I lost one of the bjorn bibs in a parking lot, it fell off when i removed the bjorn. Go figure.

4 Stars Good idea
Any baby will spit up, or just drool, while you are out walking, so this will help save your carrier somewhat. Honestly though, any burp rag/towel would fit this purpose in a pinch. The nice thing about this is it is attached, so won’t fall off – but you can ‘attach’ a towel etc. yourself and save the money. Convenient, but might not be worth the price. That being said, we use it, so I’m glad we have it.

5 Stars baby bjorn bib
fabulous! does exactly what it says. I have four month old who is constantly drueling and this helps the Bjorn to stay dry and clean. Love it

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Moby Wrap Baby Carrier Designs Owl

The design of the MobyTM Wrap uses your entire back, as well as your shoulders, to carry the weight of your baby. Unlike other carriers, which have narrow straps or go across one shoulder, the MobyTM Wrap is a wide piece of fabric that is wrapped over both shoulders. It is amazingly comfortable and easy to wear. There are no buckles, snaps or other fasteners. It is easy to adjust the fit of your MobyTM Wrap by varying how tightly you wrap yourself and your baby.

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars Snugly and comfortable..too hot for summer!
Currently I use a Maya Wrap that I really like….However, I thought it might be nice to have a different type of wrap for variety. The Moby seemed to be “perfect”, but the material is heavy and hot. It also is very snug on me and my daughter only likes it when she’s sleepy/sleeping. Otherwise my curious little Princess prefers the Maya because she can look around over my shoulder. I did try the “sling” method with the Moby….seriously there’s so much material and it’s difficult to adjust.

I have friends who LOVE their Moby..for me I’ll stick with my Maya and try the Moby in the Fall when it’s cooler.

5 Stars The Moby changed my life
My little one needed to be held for pretty much the first 2 months of her life. I tried using my Ergo carrier with the insert to regain freedom with my hands and arms, but it’s just too hot in the summer to wear. In desperation I bought the Moby because of all the possible baby positions it boasted. I figured my daughter would at least like one of them. The first time I put her in the wrap, she calmed right down. Now at 4 months she calms at the sight of the wrap and falls asleep within seconds of getting in. The Moby wrap is like having an “off switch” for my little one and has become a part of our bedtime routine. I also love the owl print!

5 Stars Can’t live without Moby!!
I’ve had a Moby wrap since my daughter was born in Dec. of ’09. She was a very tiny baby and I loved that I could put her in it all snuggled up just like she used to be when I was still pregnant with her. Since then, I’ve carried her in it to the store, the mall, the Zoo, brother’s t-ball games, Easter Egg hunts, you name it. She was being a fussy pants yesterday so I just put her in it and she was instantly calm. At almost 14 lbs, she’s not that heavy, but carry her around for a while and your back will feel it! Not with the Moby. The weight is disributed so evenly you really feel so comfy carrying a baby around. There are so many holds. I’ve used almost all of them including the breastfeeding hold! I haven’t used any of the holds for back carrying yet because she’s not quite ready. I just used the sling carry yesterday at WalMart and loved how easy it was to get her in and out for a quick run in. Just put your Moby on before you leave the house and stick your baby in when you arrive at your destination. I recommend getting a neutral or dark color if you’re gonna be out and about with it. I bought pink first And felt a little conspicuous in public. Then I bought black and I guess if I don’t have her in it people just think it’s some kind of new trend! I truly couldn’t live without my Moby! It’s a wonderful way to bond with your baby!

5 Stars Couldn’t live without it!
This is, quite simply, the BEST baby carrier product I have tried! It is comfortable, allows me to be really close with my baby, and it distributes the weight so evenly that my baby actually feels lighter than when I just hold him in my arms. I wish I had tried this one with my first baby instead of slings and backpacks.

It allows you to comfortably “hands free” which really comes in handy with an active 3 year old running around.

I wish I could buy one for every mother-to-be. I feel it is a must have and I never leave the house with out it. It has come in handy for grocery shopping, parties, walks around the neighborhood, cleaning house, and even just sitting around holding my baby.

BUY THIS PRODUCT!!!! You will not be sorry! In fact, my sister is giving me another one, and I am thinking of buying an extra one to keep in the hubby’s care/

4 Stars SOOO Comfortable and EASY to use!!
I own the almond blossom Moby Wrap. I purchased this 1 because it’s treated with UV protection, since I am using it alot this summer I thought it would help. The Moby wrap is soooo easy to use. They say with practice it will come easier and it does. My little one lovess this. He has fallen asleep and stayed asleep for hours. He is a hard one to burp and for some reason when he’s in the wrap he burps and this is atleast an hr after feeding him!! I did not give it a 5 because it is a little to thick for hot summer days so I will be using it more towards the fall outdoors. However, I can’t wait to use it at the grocery store

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After nine months in the mother’s womb, the most comforting sound for a baby in its first weeks and months is the sounds of the mother’s body, breathing, heartbeat, talking, etc.  Therefore, while practically all baby slings work for infants, we rate those which bring the baby closest to the caretaker’s body as the “Most Comfortable” for infants, with security and safety at the forefront of our considerations, of course.

Best Baby Slings For Infants

#1  The Ultimate Baby Wrap – with it’s stretchy fabric, The Ultimate Baby wrap hugs the baby to your body and secures her extremely well.  The baby feels comforted and the secure fit of the wrap give you the confidence that the baby is safe.  Excellent for nursing moms.

#2  Moby Wrap – Designed with the idea of Kangaroo Care in mind, the Moby Wrap places the baby right on your tummy, wrapped with 18 feet of cotton fabric.  Also great for nursing moms.  By design it is slightly less stretchy than other wraps, so if that is your preference, then you might want to move this one up to #1.

#3  DIDYMOS – As long as the premium price doesn’t deter you, DIDYMOS baby slings are wonderful.  They are constructed of high quality, organic fabrics which will endure extremely well over time, not stretching or wearing out.  After this wrap is no longer needed, it could actually be used as a hammock, comforter, swing, or whatever else you can think of.  These wraps are perfect for breast feeding.  These are long, woven wraps which allow you to carry the baby in a variety of ways, close to your body, so they work tremendously well for infants as well as older babies.

#4  Baby K’tan - A soft structured baby carrier which is a cross between a sling and a more structured front baby carrier, this brand hugs the baby to your body in more than 8 positions.  Great from infants and nursing moms, these slings can be configured to hold twins (as can The Ultimate Baby Wrap and the Moby Wrap), and babies up to 42 lbs.  Great for dads and for first time wrap wearers.

#5  Ellaroo Mei Hip - This is a unique one as it is like a cross between an over-the-shoulder sling and a Mei Tai baby carrier.  The baby is neatly secured in a position in the front, hugging the caretaker, and has a supportive waist strap.  It is an innovative and practical design which is very supportive for the baby and easy to learn on your first try.  Not very ideal for breast feeding in.

Visit our pictures of all these types of baby slings and see how the baby fits with the caretaker and get ideas of the look and design of each.

So comfortable and happy in the baby wrap

Like expectant moms, I had a baby bjorn waiting for the new kid when he got home.  The bjorn was great for long trips out, and my husband loved using it.  But with a colicky baby, I needed something I could wear around the house all day, and yes, night, because I was certainly never going to keep track of where I last took the baby carrier off.  As I said, the bjorn was nice because its adjustments were always perfect, and my husband felt it was more manly than his alternatives.

So I started asking around, borrowing baby carriers and looking for deals where I can buy new baby carriers on sale.  I justified the expense a few ways. continue reading…